1 dead, 4 injured after train derails, hits Chamber of Commerce building in West Texas

The train derailed around 5 p.m. Wednesday in Pecos, and some train cars contained “hazardous material.” PECOS, Texas — One person is dead and four people are injured after a train derailed and hit the Chamber of Commerce building in Pecos, according to Pecos City Manager Charles Lino during a press conference Wednesday night. The … Read more

‘It’s pushing me back’ | Woman who provides wood to Texas-favorite barbecue spots now needs help after devastating fire

A fire destroyed Juanita Vallejo’s mobile home on Dec. 12, including most of the tools she and her husband use to make a living. SOMERSET, Texas — For years, Juanita Vallejo has been chopping wood for barbecue joints across the area, selling it for $5 a crate.  “I’m not about just trying to show you … Read more

Friday marks 3 years since disappearance of Lina Sardar Khil, community to hold observance in her honor

The gathering of solidarity will take place at 2 p.m. at the American Muslim Community Center in San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — It’s been almost three years since Lina Sardar Khil disappeared from a northwest side apartment complex.  Lina vanished from the Villas del Cabo Apartments at 9400 Fredericksburg Road (rebranded the Vive Apartments) on … Read more

3 years after Lina Sardar Khil went missing, community celebrates her 6th birthday

The gathering of solidarity will take place at 2 p.m. at the American Muslim Community Center in San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — It’s been almost three years since Lina Sardar Khil disappeared from a northwest side apartment complex.  Lina vanished from the Villas del Cabo Apartments at 9400 Fredericksburg Road (rebranded the Vive Apartments) on … Read more

Beyoncé’s Texans halftime show announcement sparked hotel demand surge, data shows

HOUSTON — In just a week, Beyoncé will take over NRG Stadium for a “Cowboy Carter Christmas” halftime performance at the Texans game. Despite the heightened demand, travelers can still find affordable stays. Hotels.com data shows average nightly rates holding steady at $150 compared to last year. Overall, there’s a 210% increase in hotel demand … Read more

‘It’s pushing me back’ | Woman who provides wood to Texas-favorite barbecue spots now needs your help after devastating fire

On Dec. 12, a fire destroyed the mobile home, her belongings and a majority of the tools she and her husband use to make a living. SOMERSET, Texas — For years, Juanita Vallejo has been chopping wood for barbecue joints across the area. She sells it for five dollars a crate.  “I’m not about just … Read more